Comedy Central defends Trevor Noah: 'Unfair' to judgeEntertainment Weekly (blog)“Like many comedians, Trevor Noah pushes boundaries; he is provocative and spares no one, himself included,” Comedy Central said in the statement. “To judge him or his comedy based on a handful of jokes is unfair. Trevor is a talented comedian […]

How the Internet and a New Generation of Superfans Helped Create the Second …Slate Magazine (blog)The sex-toy shop was the second place in two hours where I saw Buress, whose upcoming Comedy Central show had just been announced that morning. Earlier, he made a surprise appearance at Put Your Hands […]

Aziz Ansari on the Second Comedy BoomVultureIf the second comedy boom has a superstar, Aziz Ansari is it. With conversational routines filled with intimate examinations of love and loneliness, Ansari perfectly encapsulates what today's audiences are looking for in their comedy idols — and it's …and more »

Comedy Central defends Trevor Noah, new 'Daily Show' hostCNNComedy Central announced Monday that the 31-year-old South African with three appearances on "The Daily Show" under his belt would take over the show for Stewart, who told told his audience earlier this year that he would be stepping down as host.Comedy Central […]

Comedy Central Calls Criticism of Trevor Noah 'Unfair'TIME“Like many comedians, Trevor Noah pushes boundaries; he is provocative and spares no one, himself included,” Comedy Central said in an emailed statement. “To judge him or his comedy based on a handful of jokes is unfair. Trevor is a talented comedian …Comedy Central defends Trevor […]